Ask any GP or psychologist and they will all say that walking is good for your mental health. According to psychologist.nl physical activity reduces the risk of depression. Fortunately, you don’t have to look far for a detour or brisk walk. There are plenty of nice routes in (the Zoetermeer region). Hop outside!
Long-distance hiking trail
Well, that’s quite a mouthful. Not only is the word long-distance hiking trail long, the route itself is too. Did you know that there are a total of 23 long-distance hiking trails (LAWs) through the Netherlands? Together they form a network of 7,500 kilometers. One of those paths runs along Zoetermeer.
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Barefoot path
Do you feel like taking off your shoes and feeling the blades of grass and grains of sand between your toes? In any park you can stroll through the grass and mud in your bare feet, but a barefoot path is specially made for this. Get rid of those shoes! Here in Zoetermeer you can find a barefoot path:
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Short city walks
Want to stretch your legs and get some fresh air between work? Together with a colleague, family member or friend you can walk for half an hour while chatting. With your dog, a cheese sandwich or a bottle of water, in the sun or in the rain: a walk outside always gives you a boost.
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Seasonal walks
Some walking routes are extra beautiful in a certain season. That is why indebuurt has mapped out five different blossom routes for you, which will take you to magnolia, forsythia and cherries in the spring. We also share tips for beautiful autumn walks.
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Tipped off by the ANWB
The ANWB website lists almost three hundred walks throughout the Netherlands. It is not surprising that there are also routes in (the) Zoetermeer region. Just look!
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On the golf course
Did you know that as a non-golfer you can often just walk across a golf course? You can enjoy strolling in parts of nature reserves that you would otherwise not easily visit. Watch out for flying golf balls!
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Architecture walks
In Zoetermeer you will encounter an incredible variety of architectural styles and they have literally been mapped out. ArchitectuurPunt has published sixteen walking routes that take you to the most special buildings in our city.
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Gnome paths
Gnome paths are intended for children. The routes are not too long and along the way young hikers learn all kinds of facts about nature. At many gnome trails you can get a knapsack for a small fee. It contains a gnome hat, a treasure hunt and sometimes something tasty.
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